Starkville – Students at the Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine know that exercise can be even more rewarding when pets are included. That’s why the Alpha Psi Veterinary Fraternity at MSU-CVM is hosting the second annual Dog Dash on Feb. 23.

The 5K race and 1 mile fun walk will be held at 8 a.m. on MSU’s North Farm in Starkville. Participants can bring pets as long as they are leashed and up-to-date on their vaccinations.

Pre-registration is $15 and participants can sign up at http://www.dogdash2013.tk/. Day of registration is $20. All proceeds from the race will be donated to Safe Haven for Animals. Safe Haven provides shelter and health care to pets owned by women who leave abusive situations to find safety at shelters.